We’re back with another episode of Mythbusters where we explore some of the critiques about PBIS. Along with our guests, we’ll declare the criticisms true or busted! The myth we’ll explore today is: Rewards don’t work to improve student outcomes. Joining us in our conversation are Erica Bauer, Joya Mitchell, and Jaymz Keller Jr.

Erica is a school counselor and the Green Local School District’s PBIS coordinator.

Joya is the Student Services Director at Green Local Schools. She’s been an educator for over 20 years working in both special education and as an assistant principal before transitioning to her current position.

Jaymz W. Keller Jr is the store manager at the local Starbucks in Green, OH.

Erica, Joya, and Jaymz, have established a staff recognition system for Green Local School District like no other we’ve seen. Their partnership was only made possible because of the district’s focus on building strong relationships and supporting everyone in their larger schoolwide community. Listen to how they leveraged the power of recognition to uplift their staff, encourage students, and engage the entire town of Green, OH in their PBIS implementation.

For more information about the resources shared in this episode, check out the following links:

Tiered Fidelity Inventory

5 Ways to Reward Students the Right Way

Are Schoolwide Tickets the Secret to Better Classrooms? Here’s the Truth

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